
IndianOil honours Yamunanagar Jail Filling Station for highest diesel sales in 2025-26
YAMUNANAGAR | PEN OF DEMOCRACY NEWS DESK
The station, established in May 2025, receives a trophy from IOCL after recording the district’s highest diesel sales during the 2025-26 financial year
The Jail Filling Station in Yamunanagar has been recognised for recording the highest diesel sales in the district during 2025-26, earning a trophy from Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for its performance.
The recognition was presented at a programme organised by IOCL in Yamunanagar, where representatives of the prison administration received the award on behalf of District Jail Jagadhri. Deputy Superintendent of Jail Vivek Sangwan represented the jail administration at the event and received the trophy.
Jail Filling Station Established in May 2025
The Jail Filling Station was established on May 8, 2025, and was inaugurated by Haryana Jail Minister Dr Arvind Sharma. The facility was set up in accordance with government directions and has since been operated under the guidance of Ashwinder Singh Chawla, Director General of Prisons, Haryana.
The prison administration said the efforts of Yamunanagar District Jail Superintendent Satyendra Kumar, supported by the jail staff, have contributed to the successful operation of the station.
Since the beginning of its operations, special attention has been given to the availability of quality and pure petroleum products and to providing better service to customers. The administration said maintaining service standards and responding to customer requirements have remained important aspects of the station’s functioning.
District-Leading Diesel Sales Earn Recognition
The trophy presented by IOCL recognised the station’s performance in diesel sales during the 2025-26 financial year. According to the information shared by the prison administration, the Jail Filling Station recorded the highest diesel sales in Yamunanagar district during the period.
The achievement comes after the station began operations in May 2025, making its performance during the financial year an important milestone for the facility. The award also acknowledges the coordinated efforts involved in operating the station and maintaining customer service standards.
IndianOil’s official retail information lists outlets in the Yamunanagar sales area under its divisional network, while the company has also documented its engagement with government departments in Haryana regarding retail outlets at government locations. citeturn0search4turn0search12
Quality, Safety and Customer Service Discussed
The IOCL programme also provided an opportunity to discuss different aspects of the filling station’s operation. Topics related to fuel quality, safety, operational management and customer service were taken up during the interaction.
Participants exchanged suggestions and ideas for improving the station further. The discussions focused on maintaining the standards expected from a petroleum retail facility while also making the customer experience more efficient and convenient.
The prison administration said that quality and purity of petroleum products have been given particular attention at the station. Alongside product quality, the staff has been encouraged to maintain appropriate service practices and ensure that customers receive timely assistance.
Contribution of Jail Administration and Staff
The administration credited District Jail Superintendent Satyendra Kumar and the jail staff for their efforts in ensuring the smooth functioning of the station. Their responsibilities include supporting the day-to-day operation of the facility while keeping customer service and operational requirements in focus.
The recognition by IOCL has provided formal acknowledgement of the team’s work and the station’s performance during its first financial year of operation. The prison administration said the award would encourage the team to maintain the same level of commitment in the future.
Suggestions Exchanged to Improve Operations
During the programme, officials and representatives discussed measures that could further strengthen the functioning of the filling station. Suggestions relating to operational efficiency, safety practices, quality control and customer service were exchanged.
The interaction also provided an opportunity for those associated with the station to review its performance and consider areas where further improvements could be made. The focus remained on ensuring reliable service and maintaining the standards associated with the petroleum retail facility.
Jail Administration Reaffirms Commitment to Better Performance
The Yamunanagar prison administration expressed its commitment to continuing the station’s performance and further improving its functioning. Officials said the focus would remain on quality products, safety, customer service and efficient operations.
For the administration, the IOCL recognition is both an acknowledgement of the work carried out since the station’s establishment and an encouragement to sustain the momentum. The team is expected to continue working towards maintaining service standards and improving the facility’s overall performance.
The award ceremony thus marked an important achievement for the Jail Filling Station and the staff associated with its operation. The recognition for the highest diesel sales in Yamunanagar district during 2025-26 provides a benchmark for the facility as it moves into the next phase of its operations.
KEY INFORMATION
Station: Jail Filling Station, Yamunanagar
Established: May 8, 2025
Recognition: Highest diesel sales in Yamunanagar district during 2025-26
Awarding organisation: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Recipient: Deputy Superintendent of Jail Vivek Sangwan
Source note: The report is based on information provided by the Yamunanagar prison administration regarding the Jail Filling Station’s performance and the IOCL recognition.














